Motorists Advised to Use Caution on Gravel Roads

TRANSPORTATION/PUBLIC WORKS -Motorists Advised to Use Caution on Gravel Roads

Rain is turning gravel roads into frozen surfaces in some parts of Nova Scotia today, Feb. 4.

Motorists are advised to avoid travelling on non-paved roads if slippery conditions exist and are asked to use added caution during periods of freezing rain.

Department of Transportation and Public Works staff report that rain is hitting snow-packed roads and bringing frost out of the ground where it turns to ice.

Motorists are advised to call the local base of the Department of Transportation and Public Works if they see problem conditions. Local area bases are available by calling 1-888-432-3233.

The department provides updated road condition reports three times a day, seven days a week in winter by calling toll-free 1- 800-307-SNOW (7669) or 902-424-3933 in Halifax Regional Municipality. The service is also available online at www.gov.ns.ca/tran .